Anil Kumble appointed ambassador of Forest Department
Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the Karnataka Forest Department and Wildlife Conservation Programme
Key Highlights
•Role & Responsibilities: Kumble will raise public awareness on forest conservation, afforestation, tree preservation, and wildlife protection.
•Previous Experience:
He has previously served as Vice-Chairman of the Karnataka Wildlife Board, demonstrating his commitment to environmental causes.
•Voluntary Position: Kumble has accepted the role without any remuneration, purely out of his passion for wildlife conservation.
About the Karnataka Wildlife Board
•The Karnataka Wildlife Board is a state-level advisory body responsible for wildlife conservation, habitat protection, and policy recommendations in Karnataka.
•It operates under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and plays a crucial role in preserving biodiversity across the state.
Key Functions
•Policy Formulation: Advises the government on wildlife protection laws, conservation strategies, and habitat management.
•Protected Area Management:
Oversees national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and reserve forests in Karnataka.
•Human-Wildlife Conflict Mitigation:
Develops strategies to reduce conflicts between humans and wildlife, especially in urban and agricultural areas.
•Eco-Tourism & Awareness:
Promotes sustainable tourism and conducts public awareness campaigns on conservation.
•Encroachment Clearance:
Works to reclaim forest land from illegal encroachments.
About the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
•The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 is India's primary legislation for conserving wildlife and protecting habitats.
•It provides a legal framework for safeguarding endangered species, regulating hunting, and managing protected areas.
Key Features
•Protected Areas: Establishes national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, conservation reserves, and community reserves.
•Hunting Regulations: Strictly prohibits hunting of endangered species listed under Schedule I & II, except under special circumstances.
•Trade Restrictions: Regulates trade in wildlife products to prevent illegal trafficking.
•Schedules for Protection: Categorizes species into six schedules, with Schedule I & II offering the highest protection.
1. Schedule I & II
•Highest protection for endangered species.
•Hunting and trade are strictly prohibited.
•Violations lead to severe penalties (imprisonment up to 7 years and fines).
•Examples: Bengal Tiger, Snow Leopard, Indian Elephant, Black Buck.
2. Schedule III & IV
•Protection for species that are not critically endangered.
•Hunting is prohibited, but penalties are less severe than Schedule I & II.
•Examples: Chital (Spotted Deer), Hyena, Sambhar Deer, Kingfisher.
3. Schedule V
•Animals classified as vermin, meaning they can be hunted legally under certain conditions.
•Examples: Common Crow, Fruit Bats, Mice, Rats.
4. Schedule VI
•Protection for plant species to prevent illegal cultivation and trade.
•Examples: Beddomes Cycad, Pitcher Plant, Red Vanda.
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